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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

DROWNED = y esterday evening, shortly
before o'clock, seven coored boys, named
Herbert, Richard and George Tancil, Bever.
ly Diggs. Samuel Harris, James Chase
aud Josh Moore, whose ages ranged from 10
TO Is years, were in a row boat oil Jones's
Point. They anchored the boat near the
black buoy, and two of them, Geo. Tancil
and Josh Moore, took of their clothing and
Jumped overheard. Hardly had the boys
gotten into the water before Moore called
for help, but those in the boat, supposing he
was fooling, paid little attention to him till
he cried For Gods sake save me-" The
boys in the boat then realized that he could
not swim and tried to raise the anchor and
get the boat TO him. but this they were I'm
able to do in lime, and the boy sank out oil
sight aud was drowned Some of the boys
threw oars to him, one of which he grasped,
but it failed to support him. and esank be-
meath the surface when only few yards
from the boat from which he had jumped
and in full view of several persons who
were standing on the shore, hut who scarce
ly realized his danger till he was drowned.
His body had not been recovered up to four
o'clock to-day. The boy had recently come
to this city from near Warronton, and WAS
living with his aunt, Annie Cromwell, on
Wolfe street, near Royal.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25
LOCAL NEWS.

zzz.- Those who leave the city during the sum
mer can have the GAZETTE mailed to them ior
any length OF time, and the address changed as
often as desired. The subscription price is Do Gus,
per month, OF at that rate for greater or less
time
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

While at work on his engine on thu Mid
land road, on Saturday night last, Mr..
George Washington was quite badly bruised
by being struck with long poker, which
caught on q timber of bridge and was
jerked from his hands.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

The new front which has been placed in
the building of Mr. Lewis Kraft on Royal
street materially improves disappearance OF
The snnere
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

zGa~subscribers who fail to receive the GAZETTE
regularly will please report such iailuFeS TO 'His
office promptly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

Premature decline Of power in
either sex, however induced, speedily and
permanently cured. Book for 10 cents in
stamps. Worlds Dispensary Medical Asso-
citation, 6G3 Main Street, Buffalo, n. Y.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS of the coun-
ty met to-day at the county court house.
Messrs A. B. Grunwell, of Washington dis
trict Horatio Ball. of Arlington district,
and Tibet Allen, of Jefferson district, were
present. The board organized by the cleo
ton of Judge A. 3. G-unwell, chairman.
After discussing the financial and road mat
ters generally, the board adjourned until
Monday next. This is the first meeting of
the new board, and on account of the county
court being in session and requiring the
services Oft County Clerk and Common
wealth's Attorney-the presence of which
officers being necessary before the board
during its meeting-the board adjourned
until Monday next at which time the county
levy will be laid for the ensuing year and
the financial report of the county for the
last year ordered.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

For this section, local rains, variable WINDS
generally southcrly, higher temperature
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

COUNTY CoURT-Judge d. N. Chichester
presiding VS.. Richard Simmons, in
dicted for felony case continued for defend
ant till August term.
J. d. Nauck, was appointed Justice OF the
Peace for Arlington and j. +. Woodruff, for
Washington districts.
Eli Butler, indicted for malicious assault,
gave bond for his appearance at the Sep
tember term.
Frazier VS.. Hagenbaugh continued till the
second day of the September term.
Carln VS.. Hyatt, case continued till the
second day OF the September term and order
issued against defendant for peremptory
trial.
Various accounts against the State and
county were allowed.
Court adjourned till court in course.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

POLICE REPORT.-Last night was cloudy
and warm until about l o'clock, when it
became clear. There were eight prisoners
at the station house.
The Mayor this morning disposed Of the
following cases:
Police officer Joseph Martin, charged with
threatening and abusive language towards
Messrs. Peter and Charles Pullman, was sus-
pended for the remainder of his term and
put under his personal bond in the sum OF
81, 900 to keep the peace.
Geo. Chichester, charged with throwing
stones in the street, was fined 81.
VIM. Carter, colored, arrested by Capt.
Webster, for disordery conduct, was fined
so, and William Young and VIM. Pinkuey,
arrested on the same charge, were dis
missed.
Augustus Melechre, colored, arrested by
officer Grady, FOR an assault on his wife, was
fined SO, and in default of payment sent to
Jail.
Ed. Girtz, colored arrested by 1t. Smith,
for an assault on Laura Green, was fined
50.
A colored woman, arrested by officer
Bremen, for disorderly conduct, was fined
81.
Dan Corbin colored, arrested by officer
TIGER, for being drunk on the street, was
discharged.
James Thornton, Sherman Gaines and
Herbert Gaines, colored boys, arrested by
officers Bontz and Bettice, charged with
gambling were dismissed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

The River View swtch-back railway which
was damaged by storm last week was been re-
paired.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

DEATH OF CAPT WILLIAM W. Rock.

DEATH OF CAPT. WILLIAM W. Rock
Capt. William w Rock, an old, well-known
and popular citizen, died at the lpfrmary
on Saturday night the deceased was the
oldest son of the late Richard Rock, and
brother OF the late George W. Rock. In
early life be succeeded his father in busi-
ness, conducting for number of years the
blacksmith shop on the northwest corner Of
Union and Duke streets. He was menu
Der of Maj. Geo. Duiley's artillery company,
which went to Harper's Ferry at the time
of the John Brown outbreak. AT the be-
ginning of the war he went South and cast
his lot with the Confederate army with
which be remained unii the final surrender,
having filled the position Of master armorer.
For q short time afterwards he worked at
his trade in Warrenton, hut eventually re-
turned to mis- native city. As has been
stated in the GAZETTE Mr.. Rock was pros.
trated by the heat ore day last week, since
which time he bad been at the Infirmary.
1t was at first supposed the attack would
prove harmless. but weakness and depres-
sion followed rom which ne never rallied,
and he breathed his last aOou5 ten O'Clock
Saturday night. Mr.. Rock enjoyed local
prominence in years gone by. He was
regarded as q man OF integrity, genial
companion and g true friend. Ee was twice
elected Sheriff of this city and county, but
but on both occasions failed TO qualify. He
was member OF the Common Council from
the First ward about ten or twelve years
ago, and more recently Overseer OF the
Outdoor Poor. He left q will bequeathing
his property to his cousin, Cli.5on w. Hun
ter, of Enfield n. c. This was done at the
request of his brother, the late George w.
Rock, in consideration of kindness extended
their sister during the war. The funeral of
the deceased took place this evening.
LEG BRoKEN-Frank, little son Of Mr..
James Richards, while playing on the cor
ner of King and Lee streets yesterday even
ing had one of his legs badly broken by a
heavy wooden counter, on which he was
playing, falling on him. He is brother of
Barney Richards, who, it will be remember
ed, was shot in the face about year az o
with pistol and who remarkably recovered
lom what was considered at the time fatal
wound.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25
EDUCATIONAL.
Southwest Virginia Institute
For YOUNG LADIES'
GLADE SPRING, WASHINGTON COUNTY, VA.
EDUCATIONAL.

HLADE SPRING, WASHINGTON COUNTY, VA.
Thorough training in preparatory and collie
giatc courses by eight instructors.
Comfortable and attractive accommodations for
sevcnly'fvc bOardcrs. Location beautiful and
hcalthiul.
Terms for session Of nine months, $50. This
covers expenses for board, fuel, lights etc, with
tuition in entire course including Music vocal
and instrnmcnlal-wi use of piano.
Next session will begin September Nth, 1887.
For Catalogue containing full particulars apply to
Rev. j. L. HARRIS ON, Financial Agent, or to
lyle I'm NJ NJ. HARGROVE, Principal
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

PERsoNAL-The Scientific Record con-
taius very complimentary extract colt
corning two little, but important volumes,
of which Mr. Glenn Brown, architect, of
Washington, il the author, copied from the
proceedings of the Central Society Of Archl-
tects Paris, probably the most promint ar
chitectural association in the world. Alter
praising the works highly they recommend
their translation and republication in
French, for the use of French architects and
sanitarans. The same works have received
many complimentary notices from proml-
nent English journals.
Mr.. Robert Janney has returned from
pleasant stay at Virgins Beach.
Capt. George Mushbnch Is still confined to
his home with severe cold.
Mr.. D. &. Hatcher, popular citizen OF
Middleburg, has removed to Rectortown.
The Misses Herbert, of Fairfax county,
near this city, are at Virginia Beach.
Judge Robert W. Hughes and wife are en-
Toying the quiet of their mountain home at
Abingdon, Va.
Mr.. r. ]. Thomas and family are at the
Rockbridge Alum Springs for the season.
Mr. j. A. Dixon and family left to-day
for the Greenbrier White Sulphur Springs,
where they will spend the remainder of the
summer.
Mr.. Albert Stuart has gone to Stratford,
Westmorcland county, to spend week.
Dr. ID. n Rust has removed to his hand.
some new office, which he has just built, on
Washington street, near Prince The office
was one of the handsomest and most con-
veniently arranged in the city. The office
from which DR.. Rust moved, on the corner
of Prince and Washington streets, had been
handsomely reiitted and is now occupied ny
DR.. w. &. Ashhy.
Mr.. Hesselins Smith has gone on two
weeks trip to Oakland.
Mr. VIM. Edwards and Miss Jennie
Dickinson, of Baltimore, are visiting Mr.. j.
T. Hill.
Mr. J. H. Burroughs whose illness has
heretofore been mentioned, is lying in a
very critical condition at his home, on south
Lee street.
Miss Laura King is visiting friends at
Culpeper
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1887-07-25

TEMPTED SUICIDAL about 7:3O last
exc. .ng Alphonzo Arlington, a wei-knoWn
bricklsyer CT this city, attempted to take
his liz. bv shooting himself III the breast
with Winchester rifle. He returned to MS
home, after being absent all day, and re-
ouested his daua inter- to sing "Where Is My
Wandering Boy o-night?" His daughter
complied with his request, and at the con-
clusion of the song was surprised 10 near
her father remark that he could not STAND
1.-THE song worked too much on his ieei-
ings. Arlington was slightly under the In
fluence OF liquor, and after listening 10 the
well know revival hymn left the room lis
absence was not noticed until the fatal shot
was heard. 1t was then found that he hau
taken Winchester rifle and placing the muZ-
Zle lust aboye his heart, had pulled the trigger
with his toe. Dr. Klipstein was summoned
and made an examination of the wound ana
discovered that the bullet had struck just
above the heart and taking an upward
course came out near the lett shoulder.
From the hasty examination necessarily
made the physician was unable to discover
whether the bullet had penetrated any por-
ton of the lungs He, however, gave 1t as
his opinion that the wound was very serl-
GUS and might result fatally. No cause can
be learned Tor the act. The only apparent
reason was the saddening effect of the song
by his daughter. Arlington has been lead
ing an irregular life for some years, ana TINS
NAV have had some effect on his resolve TO
end his existence. Arlington is IS years OF
age, and has family of wife and three
children-two sons and q daughter.
A subsequent examination OF the would
be suicides wound was made by Drs. Kip.
stein and Powell, from which it was learned
that the ball entered just below the collar
bone on the left side Of the chest and made
its exit through the upper portion of the
scapula. While the injury to the soft parts
is considerable, the wound the doctors
think, is not necessarily fatal.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1887-02-06

been takensOut OF the wreck ThIrty-one
of these are in Mr.. Gates shop, and only
tive OF this number are in any manner
recognizable. 1t will be impossible to
tell how many were on the train, as the
conductor Had only bagun taking up TICK
cts alter leaving here.
THIRTY-NINE BODIES RECOVERED.
AT this hour (miduignt) thirty-niae
bodies in all have been recovered from
the wreck, audl il positively known that
torty-tw0 persors perished, while there is
probability that Il number of other
cOrpses will be found in the wreck or
under the ice OF the creek. Just how
many persons were killed cannot be ascer-
tanned while there exists SO much uu-
certainty as to the number on the train.
OF the bodies recovered, eight have been
identified The list OF the killed as fur as
identified is as follows:
FRANK i. L.WEssON. Of Springfield, Mass.
NJ. K. BURGESS, conductor OF the Pull
man car.
). 5. WEsCOTT, OF Burlington.
ED. f. DILLON, of Dartmouth.
ID. MAGNET SCHANIGAN, OF Quebec.
EDWARD BANKS, a brakeman, OF Leba-
non, n. IL.
MASON MILLS, of Troquois, Ont.
The porter OF the Pullman car st, AL
bans.
SEVENTY PROBABLY KILLED.
One of the wrecked cars on the ice has
nOtIe been OVerhauled, and it is though t
that at least twenty bodies are in the
debris. Should this prove so it will run
the list of killed up to over sixty. This
will not include those which may
have been carried into the river
through the ice. The latest COM
putaton as to the number of per-
sons on the train places it at over
100. When the last car on the ice is over
hauled Tomorrow and further identih-
cation takes place more complete list OF
the killed will be obtainable, although it
is thought that score of the bodies al
ready recovered are so disfgured by being
crushed and burned as to preclude any
possibility of being identified. Many OF
the survivors will probably die of their
wounds. Considering the height from
which the cars fell and the speed which
the train was running, it is regarded as
miraculous that any one on board es-
caDed,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1887-02-06

A talk with the oldest resident Of the
city marks vividiy its rapid growth. Men
are living who once dug clans IN the
suore OF the North river half "A mile be-
low the foot OF Canal street. An Old fell
low over 30 recalls ferYcnt recollections
OF b0yish sports around n saw-pit back Of
Trinity church. You meet every day a
score or more Of men VINO remember
when the CITY Hail Park was uptown and
when Jefferson Market was "away out in
the country" The rear Of the CITY Hall
itself is red granite. 1t was not sup
posed wien IL was built that the city
would ever extend beyond It, and marble
was used on three sides. AT that time
Broadway below the Park was filled
with retail stores and private resi-
dences, and Nassau and Barclay streets
were nests OF boarding houses. Then
every man knew his neighbor and what
price he paid for his house. Now men
live In houoes for years without know
ing even the name Of the tenant next
door. Families in fats remain In bliss
ful ignorance OF those above them. Then
church communicates affiliated in
brOtherly love, and attended sewing cir
G es, missionary gatherings aud PRAYER
me tings with punctual regularity. Now
those VINO attend prayer meetings and
sewing circles are almost unknown.
Tnen old residents. Ike those m rural
cities to-day, were anxious 70 make new
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1887-02-06
Two States in Luck.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5.-In the Sem
ate to-day Mr.. Malone, from the Com
mittee on Public Buildings and Grounds,
reported favorably tue bill for the repay.
meut Of certain advances TO the United
states by the States of Maryland and
Virginia, made Tor the purpose Of aiding
In the erection OF public buildings in
Washington at the time OF the location Of
the national capitol III this city. Maryland
advanced $72, 600 and Virginia Sl20, 900 for
this purpose, and the bill provides for the
repayment OF the money with interest
from 1s43 On the Maryland claim, and
from 1850 on VirginIa's claim.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1887-02-06
REVENUE REDUCTION.
The Senate Not Likely to Take the
Lead During This Session.

The Senate Not Likely to Take the
Lead During This Session.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5.-Tne Repubi-
can Senators met in caucu. for a short
time this morning and again in the after
noon, but took no formal action upon any
subject. A majority are said to favor
action of some Kind for reduction of the
revenue, but are not united as 10 any defi-
mite policy, while the minority favor the
plan of leaving revenue matters to the
House OF Representatives, where they
cOnstitutionally belong and making pro-
visions by amendments to the apprOpria-
tion bills or otherwise for a judicious ex-
Denditure of tae surplus, especially in the
direction Of sea25Qast defenses, guns and
SHIPS. 1t is probable that further eau
cusiug will take place, but there is no
ground in anything that mas thus tar Oc-
Cured to warrant an expectation that
the Senate Will take the lead during this
session in any movement tor reduction
of the revenue.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1887-02-06
EADS' SHIP RAILWAY.
The Senate Discussing the Bill as a
Diplomatic stroke.


Diplomatic stroke.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5.-In the Senate
to-day the conference report on the bill for
a public building at Chattanooga, Tenn,
was presented and agreed to.
The Senate proceeded to consider the
pension bills on the calendar. and sixty
six were passed.
The Senate then, at 1:10 O'Clock, pro-
ceeded TO consideration OF the India ap-
preparation bill. The bill (Which con-
tatns tifty-two printed pages was passed
without a word of discussion and with no
more delay than was consistent with it's
very rapid reading.
THE TEHUANTEPEC BILL.
The Senate bill to incorporate the At
lantIc and Pacific Ship Railway Com
pany (Eads' Tehuantepec bill was then
taken up as the special order. Mr.. Nor
gan, in an argument in support of the
bill, declared himself in favor of a pol
icy (like that embodied in the resolutions
reported some years ago by Senator
Eaton, of Connecticut, from the Commit
tee on Foreign RelatiOns): that Whatever
transit there might be across the isthmus
should be under control OF the United
States government, either absolutely and
independently, or in connection with the
kONf1A uIn6Db InlOuRu NuOSG ItTIlIOTY IL
passes.
WHAT EUROPE WILL DO.
He expressed the opinion that one or
the other of the European powers would
seize The islands lying conveniently near
the mouth OF the Panama canal, fortlfy
them, establish formidable naval stations
there and thus control the canal. What
foothold, he asked, had the United States
government got in that section or the
world? Nothing except the precarious
paper right which it had under the Clay
ton-Bulwer treaty. He referred to the
fact of the British government taking
possession of the Island of Cyprus In
order TO control the SueZ canal.
Mr.. Hoar remarked that the subject
was very important one, that 1t mad
not been expected to come up, and that
consequently but few Senators were in
the chamber and he suggested whether
the Senator would not prefer to continue
his speech on Monday,
Mr.. Morgan said that he would.
Mr.. Hale offered an amendment that
except as TO the 81, 800 600 expressly pro-
vided IN the bill the UniLed States should
be in no respect whatever liable for any
debt or obligation of the company. The
Senate then at 3:0o O'Clock adjourned.
IN THE HOUSE.
The Speaker laid before the House to.
day messages from the President vetoing
seven private pension bills. The veto
messages were referred to the Committee
on Invalid Pensions.
The Speaker laid before the House the
Senate bill providing tor the refundIng OF
direct taxes. Mr. Heard moved that it
be referred to the Committee or Judicia-
ry. This was agreed to by vote OF 1874
yeas TO "a nays.
The House passed the bill for the pay
ment OF what are known as "the Fourth
Of July Claims" 1t appropriates about
$751;, 600.
Tne House then went into committee of
the whole on the diplomatic and consul
lar Appropriation bill. The bill was de-
bated until 400 O'CLOCK when without ac-
ton the committee rose and the house
adjourned.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1887-02-06
A Farmer Poisons His Mother and
Kills Himself "I.I

SIOUX FALLS, OAK, Feb. &c. o.
DelamOe, a farmer, shot himself yestor-
day. While the coroners jury was hold
Ing the inquest his mother died with, AL
the symptoms Of poisoning. IL 10 be.
lleyed that Delamoe poisoned his ulotber
before taking his own life. He had got
10 TO serious financial straits, and showtd
symptoms OF mental deraugement. 10"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1887-02-06

PATERSON. n. j., Feb. 5.--Harmony
mill, part of p. and II. Adams large es.
tablishment, took fire at G:45 O'Clock this
morning. At 1913 O'Clock the fire was
under control. The mill was devoted 10
the manufacture OF mosquito netting. The
loss, 1t is estimated will reach $2500J0. I be
damage IS believed TO be fully covered by
insurance through New York insurance
brokers'. The origin Of the fire Is IN
l.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1887-02-06
snvnnnnh,. Harbor Committee.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5.-1'he Republica n
members OF the Senate Commerce Com
mltlee were ia cauCu1 this morning and
this afternoon So long that the hearing Of
the Savannah harbOr delegation had TO be
postponed until Monday morniug. Sena-
tor Colqutt will then introduce the MEM
bers Of the delegation 10 the committee.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1887-02-06
RISE OF THE CUMBERLAND.

NASHVILLE. Tenn, FEB. 5.-The Cum
berland river is rising slowly, with Al
feet on the guage. The low places in the
CITY are beng troubled with backwater,
and many families are preparing to move
out. a serious overflow - not at this
time expected. The iumbermen along tine
river have taken the necessary precau-
tiOn against loss OF property. All streams
tributary to tue Upper Cumberland are
cut Of their banks. The river here Will
reach its highest point by Monday, and
will probably not exceed Al feet on the
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1887-02-06
RISE or The RIVERS.
The Ohio Comes to Stand But
Rain Threatening Disaster.


CINCINNATI, Feb. 5.-At s O'clock to
night the river came to a stand, with 0S
feet and inches. The weather has been
drizzhng all the afternoon and evening,
however, and reports of rain continue to
arrive from up the river points, so that
the danger OF disastrous flood Is not re-
moved. Thus lar the railroads are the
heaviest sufferers. The Central
Union depot was abandoned
last night, and six roads
entering it start from temporary stations.
1he Cincinnati, Washington and Balti-
more, ONO aud Missouri, New YORK,
Pennsylvania and Onio and the Bee line
roads are receiving 10 freight. and there
is already e small freight blockade. A
large number of manufactures on bOtn
sides OF the river have smut down and il
is estimated that 4, 600 men are idle.
On account OF the high water steam
boats have great difficulty In getting uu-
der brldXes.